About the role We are looking for a highly motivated Student Immigration Compliance and Advice Officer to play a key role in supporting the university’s student immigration function. In this role you will provide immigration advice to students who require a visa to study in the UK. You will support UKVI compliance reporting and offer guidance to staff across faculties and professional services, ensuring that all activity aligns with UKVI immigration rules. This is an excellent opportunity for…
someone with an interest in immigration and compliance who enjoys supporting international students and is committed to delivering a high‑quality service in a busy, student‑focused environment. About you You will bring: Excellent organisational and communication skills. Ability to understand, interpret and explain complex regulations. Experience of providing advice and guidance. Proven experience of using databases, records system or enquiry management system. Experience of developing and maintaining effective administrative processes. This position does not meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route within the UK Visa and Immigration service’s Points Based System. Therefore, BU will not be able to sponsor individuals who require permission to work to carry out this position. For more information, please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job About the department The Student Immigration Compliance and Advice Team is part of the Academic Registry Department within Academic Services. Academic Services creates an enabling academic environment, which shares expertise, builds capabilities and inspires stakeholders through sector leading, user centred processes and outstanding service delivery. About us Bournemouth University’s vision is worldwide recognition as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society through the fusion of education, research and practice. Our highly skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the globe, who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences that help to build our global learning community. BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society. To support and enable our staff to achieve a balance between work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements. More than just a job! Working for BU provides you with access to a fantastic range of benefits. Core Package: PAY – a competitive salary with opportunities for pay progression PENSION – a valuable defined benefit pension with generous employer contributions HOLIDAY – Annual leave entitlement of 30 days plus bank holidays and winter closure (pro rata if part time) WORK LIFE BALANCE – flexible working arrangements including opportunities for hybrid working and flexitime (role dependant) You will also have access to a wide range of voluntary benefits: Health & Wellbeing: Employee assistance programme, dental care scheme, health cash plan Financial & Discounts: Discounts including a reduction of fees for family members who study at BU Travel: Cycle to work scheme, secure bike stores, showers & lockers, free bus travel between campuses, discounted bus travel Family: Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, on-site nursery with discounts for BU staff Modern, vibrant campus locations: Bright and flexible work & meeting spaces, with on-site food outlets & coffee shops A job description for this position is available. If you require this in a different format, please contact us at hrvacancies@bournemouth.ac.uk
£26,093 to £28,778 per annum (pro rata) with progression opportunities to £31,236 pa